Sacred Heart of Jesus Church, Shreveport, LA

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June 6, 2020

Brothers and Sisters:
Yesterday the State of Louisiana entered Phase II of the latest COVID-19 re-opening plan (except for New Orleans).  Bishop Malone sent an email to all priests of the diocese on Friday, June 5^th, in which he states that although the State is moving to Phase II, the diocese will continue to operate under Phase I Directives until further notice. Here is a quote from the Bishop's email: "I believe that there is a reserved caution about how the next month is going to go in terms of numbers of confirmed cases in the State, and in particular for some of the 'hot spots' of which northwest Louisiana is included. Therefore, no change from PHASE I should be anticipated in our diocese until further notice."  As a reminder, the Phase I Directives include mandatory wearing of face masks while attending church services, continuing to practice social distancing, and limiting the attendance to 25% of the church building’s capacity.

We are also waiting to hear from Bishop Malone before we restart First Reconciliation, First Communion and RCIA.

May God continue to bless you, your family and your loved-ones.  Peace.
Sincerely in Christ,

Fr. Michael Thang'wa, FMH
Pastor

HAPPY ANNIVERSARY DEACON CLARY
Deacon Clary was ordained to the permanent diaconate 34 years ago this Sunday the 28th. Deacon Clary has had a wonderful ministry and is a blessing to Sacred Heart. He gives freely of his many talents and keeps the "Little Church with the Big Heart" going strong. Please keep him in your prayers and let him know how much you appreciate all that he does for everyone.

If you have already, completed your 2020 Census form please, accept our thanks! If you have not had the opportunity, to complete your 2020 Census form please, do so as soon as possible. State funding depends on the Census Count. There are (3) ways to complete your Census form. Phone 844-330-2020 - Quick and Easy Online at 2020census.gov Mail in your form (If you have, a Post Office Box you will not receive the census form.) In addition, please encourage other family members, friends, co-workers, fellow parishioners, and neighbors to be counted in the 2020 Census by reaching out to them via phone, text, email, Face-book or Instagram. Thanks for your support!
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Congratulation Raney Johnson
With praise and Thanksgiving to Almighty God. Raney Christopher Johnson was ordained to the Sacred Order of Deacon, through the imposition of hands and the Invocation of the Holy Spirit by His Excellency Most Reverend Francis I. Malone, Bishop of Shreveport. On Saturday, June 27, 2020 at 10:00 a.m. in the morning at St. Mary of the Pines Church 1050 Bert Kouns Industrial Loop, Shreveport, LA 71118. Congratulations Raney. Best wishes on your continued journey to the Priesthood.
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We, the parish of Sacred Heart, are committed to enriching the Spirituality of the parish family, the Christian community, and all brothers and sisters created in God's divine image and likeness.  We are called by the Holy Spirit, under the leadership of our Bishop and Pastor, to assist others through the development and promotion of various ministries.  We pray for Divine guidance that we may serve others with truth, courage, forethought, and compassion.

By Appointment
(except Mondays)

Regular confession times will resume when the situation we are in improves.

Location:
4736 Lyba Street
Shreveport, LA   71109

Postal Mail:
PO Box 19467
Shreveport, LA   71149-0467

Rectory:            318-635-2121
Church:             318-635-2121
Fax:                  318-635-5226
Gabriel Hall:     318-635-5446